Elroy, WI vs Wilton, WI

Wilton is moderately more affordable than Elroy, with a 9.9% lower cost of living index. Elroy scores 69 compared to 63 for Wilton, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Elroy can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Elroy is $918/month compared to $575/month in Wilton — a 60% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Wilton has cheaper rent, Elroy actually has lower median home values ($120,500 vs $156,300).

Median household income in Elroy is $58,750 compared to $80,750 in Wilton (-27.2%). Wilton offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Elroy spend roughly 18.8% of their income on rent, more than the 8.5% in Wilton.